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target=_blank>I’ll only speak in court, says El-Rufai on ICPC probe
By Seyi Babalola Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has revealed why he declined to answer questions from the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), defining his silence as a constitutional privilege rather than an act of defiance. El-Rufai, who is now under investigation by the anti-graft agency, gave two handwritten statements to ICPC
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target=_blank>IGP inaugurates state police implementation committee, reels out vision for effective policing
From Molly Kilete, Abuja The newly appointed Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has inaugurated an eight-member committee headed by Professor Olu Ogunsakin, to oversee the implementation of state police. Disu, has also reeled out his mission and vision for the Nigerian Police to provide effective policing for the country. He said under his leadership as
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target=_blank>Steel Minister woos EU investors with $10bn steel market pitch
From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has taken Nigeria’s industrialisation drive to Germany, declaring that the country is ready to abandon its raw materials status and embrace full-scale value addition. Addressing the Nigeria–German Economic Forum in Dortmund, Audu projected Nigeria as Africa’s next industrial hub, in line with the Renewed
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target=_blank>Terrorism: AGF takes over trial of Malami, Son
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN has taken over the prosecution of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulaziz in the charges bordering on terrorism and illegal firearms possession earlier brought against them by the Department of
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target=_blank>Iran: Khamenei’s state funeral postponed
By John Ogunsemore The state funeral for slain Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been postponed. The three-day funeral was scheduled to kick off later day, as the joint United States and Israel war on Iran entered its fifth day. Reports in Iranian state media indicate organisers decided to postpone the ceremony “in anticipation
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target=_blank>Indigenous maritime investors seek NIWA backing for waterfront tourism growth
By Steve Agbota A coalition of indigenous maritime tourism and transportation investors has pledged to form a strategic alliance with the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to unlock investment opportunities aimed at developing Nigeria’s vast but largely untapped maritime tourism economy for the benefit of littoral communities in Lagos and across the country. The group,
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target=_blank>APC reaffirms Aliyu Bello as Nasarawa Chairman, Sule welcomes defectors
From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed Dr. Aliyu Bello as its state chairman through a consensus arrangement, returning him to office alongside about 80 per cent of members of the State Working Committee. Bello, who previously served as chairman of the party in the state,
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target=_blank>No divorce between Simi, Adekunle Gold – Manager
By Seyi Babalola The manager of soulful singer Simi has refuted online reports that the artist and her husband, Adekunle Gold, are getting divorced, calling the story untrue. According to Simi’s manager, Vincent, the story, which spread rapidly on social media, was based on a forged document presented as a divorce petition submitted allegedly by
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target=_blank>Iran: US cancels visa appointments over protests
From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria, has cancelled visa appointments scheduled for March 4, 2026. The United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria, in a notice posted on its X handle, said the cancellation was as a result of potential for protests in Abuja. “Due to the potential for protests in
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target=_blank>Protest risk: Stay indoors – US Embassy to Americans in Abuja
American citizens in Abuja have been advised to stay indoors by the United States Embassy over the possibility of protests arising from the Iran conflict. Speaking via a security post shared on X, the Embassy said the potential for a protest in Abuja on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, was high. Americans were instructed to avoid
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target=_blank>League Of Imams Urges Nigerians To Shun Protests Over US-Israel-Iran Conflict
The Lagos State body of Imams and Islamic Clerics has cautioned Muslims and other Nigerians against staging protests over the ongoing conflict involving the United States of America, Israel and Iran. Chief Missioner of the Ansar-ud-Deen Society, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Ahmad, gave the warning on behalf of the group on Tuesday, during the 2026 Ramadan…
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target=_blank>Nigeria Records N2.96trn Company Income Tax In Q3 2025
Nigeria generated N2.96 trillion from Company Income Tax (CIT) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a 6.55 per cent increase compared to the N2.78 trillion recorded in the second quarter of the year. Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that the growth reflects improved tax collections across several sectors of…
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target=_blank>Apple Features Fela Song In New MacBook Launch
The late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has once again put Nigeria in the spotlight after tech giant Apple Inc. introduced the new MacBook Air M5, featuring a unique cultural touch with his 1971 song “Let’s Start.” The promotional video, which features Fela’s song, surfaced on social media on Tuesday, March 3, showcasing the creative…
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target=_blank>Owoeye Hails Disu’s Appointment As IGP
Renowned estate developer and consultant, Alhaji Mutairu Owoeye, has congratulated the newly appointed Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, describing his elevation as richly deserved and a testament to decades of exemplary service in the Nigeria Police Force. Owoeye said the appointment of Disu marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen professionalism…
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target=_blank>Governor Aliyu, The Opposition And Ramadan Feeding
“Opposition Noise Cannot And Will Never Drown Out The Sterling Performance Of Governor Aliyu.” — Abubakar Bawa, DG Media and Publicity. With the announcement of the timetable for the 2027 general elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the countdown to political activities has officially begun. Across the country, especially in Sokoto State, the…
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target=_blank>Fans Criticises Selena Gomez For Kissing Husband Feet
Hollywood actress Selena Gomez has faced backlash after kissing her husband, Benny Blanco’s unclean foot, on the most recent episode of his podcast. The gesture followed when Blanco shocked fans by displaying his dirty feet during the pilot segment of his new podcast, prompting fans to criticise him, saying he is dirty. However, during the second…
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target=_blank>C’River APC Elects Ex-House Of Assembly Member As Party Chairman
The Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected a former member of the House of Representatives, Chris Etta, as its chairman. The decision was reached on Tuesday during the party’s state congress, signaling a new chapter for the APC in the southern state. Etta, who previously represented the Ikom/Boki Federal…
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target=_blank>Congress: Youth Group Seeks APC’s NWC Intervention
The Oodua Progressive Youth League (OPYL), a youth group, on Wednesday called on the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to urgently intervene in the crisis rocking the party in Ondo State. The group described the conduct of the state Congress despite a restraining order issued by the Federal High Court…
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target=_blank>Quality Of Nollywood Movies Has Reduced – Francis Odega
Veteran Nigerian actor, Francis Odega, has opined that the quality of Nollywood movies has drastically reduced over the years. Speaking in a recent episode of the ‘Where Is The Lie’ podcast, Odega claimed that Nollywood during his days was better than Nollywood of today. According to him, back when he and his contemporaries held influence,…
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target=_blank>FG, Malaria Consortium Unveil Data-Driven 4-Year Plan to End Malaria
The Federal Government and the Malaria Consortium have unveiled an ambitious data-driven four-year strategy aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s journey from malaria control to elimination, and ultimately, eradication. Launched in Abuja under the theme “Driving Systemic Change Against Malaria Through Insights,” the 2025-2028 strategy is anchored on implementation, research, policy reform, partnerships, and organisational development, all…
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